Portsea (Light Filtering) Ink

ORDER A SAMPLE OF YOUR BLIND

Because our blinds are made to order (made just for you!), it’s important that we get it right first time.

We also know that it can be hard to visualise what a blind will look like from a computer screen – and that designs and colours can vary computer to computer.

That is why you can order a sample – so you know exactly what your blind will look like!

You can use this sample to make sure that you are happy with the design and colour you have chosen. Note that samples are printed in our Blockout blind material – however you will be able to choose from our different blind materials when you place your order.

Samples are free with $5 delivery Australia wide. So you can order multiple samples for only $5. And we will send you a coupon code for $5 off your order – the cost of delivery of your samples.

We recommend that you order a sample of your blind before you add to cart.

We recommend that you order a sample of your blind before you buy. Samples are free, delivery is $5.

'EASY INSTALL' Blinds

DIY Guarantee

Our DIY Guarantee gives you complete peace of mind - if you made a mistake measuring your blind, we'll remake it for free!* Note that you need to call our Measure & Install hotline before placing your order to qualify for our DIY Guarantee.

WE ALSO OFFER AN IN HOME MEASURE & INSTALL SERVICE

*Terms & Conditions: You need to call our Measure & Install hotline before placing your order to qualify for our DIY Guarantee. Remake limit to measure and install only. Remake must be the same piece as the original blind. Remake available for up to 2 blinds per order under the error in ours, in which case, we'll fix it. 1 Remake per item. Available up to 15 days from delivery. Does not include trade orders, commercial orders or orders of 10 blinds or more.

Enter your dimensions:

MEASURING YOUR DIMENSIONS

MEASURING FOR RECESS FITTING

Recess fitting is appropriate if you want your blind to be installed inside the window recess. This allows your window frame to be exposed and gives a ‘built-in’ look. To take the measurements for your blind, measure the full width and height of the recess [the size of the hole] and we will make the appropriate deductions to ensure your blind fits perfectly.

Please note that for recess fitting blinds, there will be a small gap (roughly 15mm) at the top, left and right sides which will allow a small amount of light in. This is due to the fitting of the blind bracket. For more effective room darkening we suggest choosing a face fitting blind. Please see information below regarding face fitting.

Tips: Please use a metal tape measure. Plastic ones and cloth ones can sometimes give inaccurate measurements. Take measurements in millimetres Take your measurements in at least 3 places for both the width and the drop. Use the smallest measurements when you enter into our website. Don’t make any deductions, we will do that for you to ensure your blind fits perfectly Always double check your measurements

MEASURING FOR FACE FITTING (MEASURING FOR AN ARCHITRAVE)

Face fitting is where the blind is installed to the face of the window (as opposed to inside the window recess).

When you want to fit the blind to the window’s architrave, measure the width from the outer edge of the architrave to the opposite edge. Then measure the drop from the top of the architrave to where you would like the blind to finish.

When producing your blind, we do not take any deductions from your measurements. The blind will be produced to your measurements.

MEASURING FOR FACE FITTING (MEASURING FOR SQUARE SET)

This is the measurement you need to take if you want the blind to hang outside the recess overlapping the window (where there is no window architrave). In this case we will make the blind to your specified size with no deductions.

Measure the exact width of the area you would like the blind to overlap. To minimize light leakage we recommend that the blind overlaps the window recess by at least 70mm at the top and 50mm each side. We will produce the blinds to the exact measurements you provide to us.

The overlap at the bottom of the blind is a matter of personal choice but if you are measuring for a blind that will come down to the floor allow 10-20mm of clearance.

BLIND MATERIALS

Screen

Also known as sheer, screen blinds excel in controlling the glare entering your room. Screen blind material blocks approximately 95% of harmful UV rays which offer protection for your furniture and flooring. The construction of this blind material allows filtered light to pass through which allow you to maintain your outside view while providing privacy during the day. Please note however that at night with the interior lights on these blinds do not provide full privacy.

Light Filtering

A tightly woven material which provides heat and UV control whilst still allowing a high level of filtered light to enter the room room. Light filtering material will provide full privacy both day and night while filtering light into your room. Ideal for kitchens, living areas, south facing windows or when looking to block a view.

Blockout

The most popular of roller blinds materials, blockout will provide total light control as well as 100% privacy (note that this includes Textured Blockout). Blockout is the perfect solution for room darkening and therefore perfect for bedrooms, living rooms and theatre rooms. The material facing the outside of the window is fitted with an acrylic foam which provides excellent insulation properties.

0000mm width x 0000mm drop Blind material selected

Price: $000.00

Fitting Option

Face Fitting

Face fitting is where the blind is installed to the face of the window (as opposed to inside the window recess).

Roll Direction

Front Roll

Front roll blinds mean the fabric will roll off the front of the roll tube. This is usually an aesthetic choice and means the roller tube will sit behind the fabric, covering more of the components and allowing you to see more of the fabric pattern etc. Generally speaking, recess (or inside) mounted blinds are front rolled to avoid any knobs, handles etc that may obstruct the blind.

Please be aware though that this option means the front of the fabric will be exposed more often to direct sunlight (any time the blind is not fully down, in fact). If you have a north facing or exposed window, please think carefully before selecting this option.

Back Roll

Our back roll option means that your fabric will sit behind the roller tube. Back roll is generally used where the blind is mounted to the face of the window as this will ensure the fabric stays close to the architrave for maximum privacy and light control. The other benefit of back roll is that the front of the fabric will never be exposed to direct sunlight which will keep it it in pristine condition.

PLEASE NOTE: for printed blinds, assuming your print is on the inside of the blinds, the outside of the blind will normally be white. Therefore a back roll printed blind will mean that from the inside of the room you will see the white roll of fabric at the top of the blind. This is something that cannot be avoided due to how the fabric is rolled on the blind.

Which side of the blind do you want the chain that controls your blind? There is no chain for motorised blinds.

Chain Colour

Chain refers to the chain that controls your blind. There is no chain for motorised blinds. Note that we recommend Nickel Plated Steel for coastal locations to prevent rust.

Mechanism Colour

Mechanism refers to both the brackets which attach the blind to the wall or ceiling along with the ends of the blind tube which controls the chain or blind motor.

Base Bar Colour

Base Bar refers to the bar connected to the bottom of your blind.

Reference Name:

Enter a reference name to identify your blind.

Silent Base Bar - $15.00

Silent Base Bar

Upgrade to a Silent Base Bar with a clear bubble seal at the back which reduces the noise when the base bar comes into contact with the window or window frame. Great if you want to leave your window open, but not to hear your blind.

Easy Lift Booster Spring - $38.00

Easy Lift Booster Spring

The Easy Lift Booster Spring makes it easier to lift your blinds. This is especially helpful for larger and heavier blinds.

The Easy Lift Booster Spring sits inside the blind chain control. This spring is designed to provide tension which accumulates when the blind comes down then released when the blind goes up which helps the user lift the blind with less effort.

FAST & RELIABLE DELIVERY

Delivery is standard $35 for orders under $299. Delivery is free for orders over $299.

All of our blinds are Australian made, so you can expect delivery within 14 business days. During busy periods our delivery time frames can extend out to 15 business days however we will be sure to let you know if this is likely to happen.

AUSTRALIA WIDE DELIVERY

We use reputable delivery companies that cover everywhere in Australia.

Note that additional costs will apply for regional and remote areas. Please contact us directly by live chat, phone or email for more information.

Measuring for Recess Fitting

Recess fitting is appropriate if you want your blind to be installed inside the window recess. This allows your window frame to be exposed and gives a ‘built-in’ look. To take the measurements for your blind, measure the full width and height of the recess [the size of the hole] and we will make the appropriate deductions to ensure your blind fits perfectly.

Please note that for recess fitting blinds, there will be a small gap (roughly 15mm) at the top, left and right sides which will allow a small amount of light in. This is due to the fitting of the blind bracket. For more effective room darkening we suggest choosing a face fitting blind. Please see information below regarding face fitting.

Tips: Please use a metal tape measure. Plastic ones and cloth ones can sometimes give inaccurate measurements. Take measurements in millimetres Take your measurements in at least 3 places for both the width and the drop. Use the smallest measurements when you enter into our website. Don’t make any deductions, we will do that for you to ensure your blind fits perfectly Always double check your measurements

Measuring for Face Fitting (Measuring for an Architrave)

Face fitting is where the blind is installed to the face of the window (as opposed to inside the window recess).

When you want to fit the blind to the window’s architrave, measure the width from the outer edge of the architrave to the opposite edge. Then measure the drop from the top of the architrave to where you would like the blind to finish.

When producing your blind, we do not take any deductions from your measurements. The blind will be produced to your measurements.

Measuring for Face Fitting (Measuring for Square Set)

This is the measurement you need to take if you want the blind to hang outside the recess overlapping the window (where there is no window architrave). In this case we will make the blind to your specified size with no deductions.

Measure the exact width of the area you would like the blind to overlap. To minimize light leakage we recommend that the blind overlaps the window recess by at least 70mm at the top and 50mm each side. We will produce the blinds to the exact measurements you provide to us.

The overlap at the bottom of the blind is a matter of personal choice but if you are measuring for a blind that will come down to the floor allow 10-20mm of clearance.

Our blinds are very easy to install. Alternatively one of our install partners can install your blind for you. Note that additional costs will apply. Please contact us directly by live chat, phone or email for more information.

What you will need to install your blind is a drill, appropriate drill bit, phillips head screwdriver, level and pencil. What you will receive from us (besides the blind of course) is a pin-end bracket, a control-end bracket, a child safety device, 4 x screws, 4 x plasterboard anchors for when you are attaching your blind to plasterboard and 4 x masonry plugs for when you are attaching your blind to brick/concrete etc.

Before you install your blind, make sure you know which drill bit is required for your surface (plasterboard, timber or masonry).

Make sure you have clean hands and wipe down any surface area that is going to come in contact with the blind (our install partners use plastic disposable gloves). Blind fabric is susceptible to marking from dirt, dust and oils so please be careful when you install your blind.

Finally it’s important to note that you should not install your blind on a surface with water damage, rotting or any other damage.

Step 1:

Unpack your order and lay it out in front of the window where the blind is being installed.

You should have two different brackets, a pin-end bracket and a control-end bracket. The control-end bracket must be on the side that you want the chain control. The brackets will fix your blind to the face of the window (face fitting) or the top of the window recess (recess fitting), depending on what you selected when you placed your order.

Step 2:

Mark where your pilot holes will be by placing the bracket against the wall where you want it to go and use a pencil to mark where you will be inserting the screws. Drill pilot holes for timber screws or appropriate sized holes for your plasterboard anchors or masonry plugs. If you are using anchors or plugs, once you have drilled appropriate size holes you will need to gently tap them into the plasterboard or concrete/brick first. Screw the bracket into place. Complete the process for both sides.

PLEASE NOTE: the brackets must be level. Use a level to confirm when you mark your pilot holes, and again after you screw the brackets into place.

Step 3:

Once the brackets have been screwed into place, locate the control end of the blind (the end with the chain control) and insert it into the control-end bracket. Position the blind so that the chain hangs freely and will not rub on the chain cover when you raise and lower your blind. Turn the plastic cover on the pin end of the blind anti-clockwise to retract the pin, slot the pin into the notch on the pin end bracket, and then turn the plastic cover clockwise to extend the pin and lock the blind in place.

PLEASE NOTE: ensure that the blind is rolled up when fitting the blind into the brackets.

Step 4:

PLEASE READ THE FOLLOWING POINT REGARDING CHILD SAFETY:

All blinds include a child safety device which must be used. In Australia this is required by law.

When attaching the chain safety device, allow the chain to drop to its natural height and screw the child safety device to the wall or frame under a small amount of tension. It is important that once fixed the chain is reasonably taut.

WHY BUY FROM BLINDS IN PRINT

Quality

Our blinds are made to order using state of the art printing machinery, giving you the highest quality product. We offer a 2 year manufacturer warranty on all blinds.

Value For Money

What was previously only available to interior designers, commercial and corporate clients is now available to you at the same great prices.

Unique

Choose from one of our amazing designs to bring your blinds to life!

DIY or GET A QUOTE

We've made it easy to DIY, or we can organise an in home measure & quote

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WHAT PEOPLE ARE SAYING ABOUT BLINDS IN PRINT

Blinds in Print was wonderful to deal with, very efficient, friendly, and always available and willing to assist with the back and forth of design concepts, our blinds look great and if you need somewhere to look after any kind of blinds and install please don’t hesitate to use Blinds in Print!

1st City Real Estate

I’m so happy with the printed blinds I had installed in my living room.

The floral pattern is lovely! I thought the service was great. Would use again.

Carolyn Deakin

I thought the range to choose from was extensive and the ordering process was simple.

Delivery times were accurate and they kept me updated the whole time as to where my order was at.